Other Names (How it Got Its Names) Common names: Borneo Eared Tree Frog, File-Eared Tree Frog, Borneo Wart Frog. Named for the distinctive ear-like ridges (cranial crests) that extend behind the eyes. Native to Borneo, Sumatra, and parts of Malaysia and Indonesia. Characteristics Large, slender-bodied arboreal frog. Nocturnal and highly vocal, producing loud “quacking” or “honking” calls at night. Agile climber with long limbs adapted for leaping. Recommended Vivarium Size Minimum: 24” x 18” x 24” for a pair. Vertical enclosures are essential, with branches, cork tubes, and live plants for climbing. Provide a shallow water feature for soaking and breeding. Temperature Daytime: 75–82°F (24–28°C). Nighttime: 68–72°F (20–22°C). Avoid temps above 85°F. Humidity 60–80%, with daily misting. Needs both humid resting spots and good ventilation to prevent skin issues. Size of Frog Adults: 3–4.5 inches (7.5–11 cm). Females larger and bulkier than males. Life Span 8–12 years in captivity, occasionally longer. Feeding Diet: crickets, roaches, moths, and other appropriately sized insects. Feed 3–4 times per week. Dust prey with calcium and vitamins regularly. Color/Pattern Light tan, cream, or yellow base coloration with bold dark brown stripes running laterally across the body and limbs. Distinctive ridged “ear-like” projections behind the eyes. Skin is smooth with long, strong legs for leaping. Social Behavior Can be housed in pairs or small groups with enough space. Males call loudly, especially during breeding conditions. Generally peaceful if not overcrowded. How to Determine Sex Males: smaller, slimmer, with nuptial pads and very vocal. Females: larger, fuller-bodied when gravid. How to Breed Stimulate breeding with heavy misting and simulated rainy-season conditions. Males call loudly to attract females. Eggs are laid in foam nests attached to vegetation or surfaces above water. Tadpoles drop into the water below when the foam dissolves and develop aquatically. 🌟 The Borneo Eared Tree Frog is an impressive display species — large, vocal, and visually unique thanks to its “ear” ridges and striped body.
